The Islander Motel

MotelLively area (bars, cafés or transit nearby)

Location Good location — 4 attractions within walking distance

About

The Islander Motel is a motel in Santa Cruz. Guests have access to a swimming pool, free Wi-Fi and parking. It sits close to Museum of Art & History and Clock Tower, about 1.2 km from Beach Station (Santa Cruz). The most comfortable time to visit Santa Cruz is generally July to September.

Amenities

24h receptionFree Wi-FiSwimming pool Parking Family friendlyAir conditioning

Best for

Best for families

family rooms or facilities listed · pool on site · beach within 2 km (straight-line)

Location

What's nearby

Museum of Art & History0.6 km
Clock Tower0.7 km
View of downtown0.8 km
Felix Kulpa Gallery0.8 km
Williams-Reynolds House1.1 km
Undertow1.2 km

Straight-line distances.

Within a short walk

🍽️ 92 places to eat🛒 5 supermarkets💊 4 pharmacies & clinics

Everyday amenities within about 1 km, from OpenStreetMap.

Getting there & essentials

Nearest airport: Bonny Doon Village Airport — 14.3 km
Nearest station: Beach Station (Santa Cruz) — 1.2 km
Nearest beach: Santa Cruz Main Beach — 1.4 km
Sea temperature: Sea temperature about 15 °C in September (Open-Meteo Marine, measured 2026-09-01)
Driving: Drives on the right
Currency: USD
Power: Type A/B plugs · 120 V · 60 Hz
Tap water: Generally safe to drink

Straight-line distances.

Street view

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get to The Islander Motel?

From The Islander Motel, the nearest station, Beach Station (Santa Cruz), is about 1.2 km away; Bonny Doon Village Airport is around 14.3 km away (straight-line distances).